Learn to scuba dive, become a karate master: 18 summer camps to attend in the Bay Area
A+ = Academics such as science, technology, engineering and math
ART = Arts including fine arts and performing arts
DAY = Day camp
NIGHT = Overnight or sleepaway camp
SP = Sports camp
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Clear Lake
1. Bushi Ban Summer Camp attendees will learn martial arts techniques from karate, kickboxing and jiu-jitsu. The camp is also held at the League City and Seabrook location.
Ages: all
Dates: May 30-Aug. 16
Cost: $250-$285
DAY, SP
2465 Bay Area Blvd., Houston
281-218-8989
2. Camp Clear Lake campers can spend their days with arts and crafts, playing in team sports, swimming, and watching movies.
Ages: 6-11
Dates: June-August
Cost: $160-$200
DAY
16511 Diana Lane, Houston
281-488-0360
3. Explorer Camps at Space Center Houston allow campers to learn about space, rocketry, how to design habitats and programming robots.
Ages: 4-11
Dates: TBD
Cost: $64.95-$299.95
A+, DAY
1601 NASA Parkway, Houston
281-283-4755
4. Kids U and Hawk STEAM Academy Summer Camps at the University of Houston-Clear Lake offer campers the chance to learn about topics ranging from creative writing to STEM.
Ages: grades pre-K-12
Dates: June-July
Cost: $159-$300
A+, DAY
2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston
281-283-3530
5. School of Rock Clear Lake Camps attendees will be able to play instruments like guitar and learn songwriting.
Ages: 4-17
Dates: June-August
Cost: $199-$449
ART, DAY
1020 W. NASA Parkway, Ste. 146, Webster
281-218-7625
www.schoolofrock.com/locations/clearlake/music-camps
Galveston
6. Pyramid Kids Camps attendees will learn about ecosystem conservation, conduct experiments and meet animals.
Ages: grades K-8
Dates: May 29-Aug. 11
Cost: $250-$275
A+, DAY
1 Hope Blvd., Galveston
409-683-4325
7. Texas A&M Sea Camp attendees will have access to research vessels, oceanographic equipment and laboratory facilities as they learn about marine environments.
Ages: 10-18
Dates: June-August
Cost: $970-$2,900
A+, NIGHT
200 Seawolf Parkway, Galveston
409-740-4525
League City
8. Bay Area Arts Conservatory Summer Workshops and Dance Camps attendees will have the opportunity to participate in different musical theater summer camps. Younger campers can also join a princess- or rainbow pop-themed dance camp.
Ages: 3-18
Dates: June-August
Cost: $199+
ART, DAY
400 Hobbs Road, Ste. 202, League City
281-938-1444
9. Camp by the Creek in League City offers different programs, including arts and crafts, games, field trips, and outdoor activities.
Ages: 6-12
Dates: June-August
Cost: $132.50-$397.50
DAY
400 S. Kansas Ave., League City
281-554-1180
www.leaguecitytx.gov/3807/camps
10. Code Ninjas Summer Camps participants can learn coding, 3D printing, how their favorite video games work and what it takes to become a YouTuber at various different camps offered throughout the summer.
Ages: 5-11
Dates: June-August
Cost: $149-$249
A+, DAY
3725 E. League City Parkway, Ste. 140, League City
281-339-7482
www.codeninjas.com/tx-league-city/camps
11. GenZ Summer Camp, hosted by Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy, will offer campers the chance to learn about animals, participate in a talent show and play games. The camp will be available at multiple League City locations.
Ages: grades K-5
Dates: June-August
Cost: $200
A+, ART, DAY, SP
1092 W. League City Parkway, League City
281-338-1177
www.kidsrkids.com/programs/summer-camp
12. Kinder Camp, hosted by the city League City, will offer young campers a chance to enjoy a variety of camp activities with a new camp beginning in 2023.
Ages: 5
Dates: June-August
Cost: $33-$198
DAY
400 S. Kansas Ave., League City
281-554-1180
www.leaguecitytx.gov/3807/Camps
Nassau Bay
13. Music Camp 2023 offered by Bay Area Youth Singers will allows campers to practice singing and performing.
Ages: grades 1-8
Dates: July 10-14
Cost: $375-$740
ART, DAY
18220 Upper Bay Drive, Nassau Bay
832-425-2329
www.bayareayouthsingers.org/music-camp
14. St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church & School Camps attendees will be able to practice archery and fencing, play theater games, learn French and draw art at one of the many camps on offer.
Ages: varies
Dates: June 5-Aug. 18
Cost: $175
ART, DAY, SP
18300 Upper Bay Road, Nassau Bay
281-333-1340
www.stesnb.org/summer-camp-2023
Pasadena
15. Armand Bayou Nature Center EcoCamp attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the natural world through a variety of different activities, including fishing, canoeing, hiking, bird watching, and arts and crafts.
Ages: 4-12
Dates: June 5-Aug. 4
Cost: $150-$310 per week
DAY
8500 Bay Area Blvd., Pasadena
713-274-2668
Webster
16. Ultimate Slammin’ Summer Day Camp in Webster will offer campers the opportunity to engage in activities such as skating, swimming, cooking, field trips, and arts and crafts.
Ages: 6-12
Dates: June-July
Cost: $75-$200
DAY
311 Pennsylvania Ave., Webster
281-332-1826
www.cityofwebster.com/458/summer-camp
17. USA Ninja Challenge Camp attendees will be able to navigate obstacle courses that will involve jumping, climbing and swinging like a ninja, and compete in games.
Ages: 6-12
Dates: June 5-30
Cost: $250
DAY, SP
309 Ibis St., Webster
346-336-4652
18. Sport Divers offers weekly summer camps each year. Scuba diving skills are practiced both in a pool and in open water, and participants can earn a certification.
Ages: 10-17
Dates: June-July
Cost: $550
DAY, SP
20814 Gulf Freeway, Ste. 60, Webster
281-338-1611